I would’ve killed myself if EastEnders hadn’t given me time off to sort out my drug problems, reveals Danny Dyer

Caroline Framke Chief TV Critic As every network jockeys to own the shiniest piece of IP possible to attract distracted viewers, the best thing to say about any adaptation is that it honors the source material while also evolving it, believably and purposefully, to fit a new medium. AMC aims to do exactly that with “Interview With the Vampire,” the first installment of what it’s calling “The Immortal Universe,” having bought the rights to many of Anne Rice’s most iconic works. With both the books and evocative 1994 film to contend with, creator Rolin Jones (“Perry Mason”) took on an admittedly enormous challenge. How do you stay faithful to what makes Rice’s novels so popular while bringing something to the screen that the likes of Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, and a tiny Kirsten Dunst didn’t?  

There doesn't seem to be an end in sight for the Ferne McCann voice note drama as now, Sam Faiers' sister Billie Shepherd has been dragged into the saga with a new leaked voice note taking aim at her son Arthur's name. In the new voice note leaked on an anonymous Instagram account, a woman who appears to be Ferne, 32, can be heard discussing Billie's choice of name for Arthur, five, noting it's a moniker he shares with Ferne's jailed ex-boyfriend, Arthur Collins.The father of Ferne's four year old daughter Sunday is currently serving a 20-year prison sentence after being found guilty of carrying out an acid attack in 2017.The attack happened in April of that year, one month after Billie's son was born.

Björk has spoken to NME about the sexism often levelled against her and Kate Bush, as well as how the recent success of the latter’s ‘Running Up That Hill’ shows a clear change in attitudes.The Icelandic icon was speaking to NME for the week’s Big Read cover story when she described her enthusiasm for Gen-Z’s “radical” and evolving attitudes towards matters including the environment and gender equality.Discussing how she “can’t even start to describe” her happiness at Bush’s 1985 hit ‘Running Up That Hill’ dominating the charts again after being featured in the most recent season of Stranger Things, Björk recalled how dismissive male critics once were of the ‘Hounds Of Love’ star.Explaining how critics throughout the ’80s and ’90s were often pre-occupied with “rock guys” singing about “tits, beer and heroin abuse”, she felt that “writing from a woman’s point of view was considered a lesser artform”.“I was always quite offended by how often Kate Bush was written about like she was insane or a crazy witch – or me being a crazy elf,” Björk told NME. “We are producers.

Charlotte Crosby has taken a swipe at ex boyfriend Gaz Beadle as she questioned why he didn’t congratulate her on her pregnancy. Former Geordie Shore co-stars Charlotte, 32, and Gaz, 34, had a rocky romance for years before calling it quits in 2016 – the same year Charlotte experienced a devastating ectopic pregnancy. Back in April, Charlotte announced she was expecting her first child with boyfriend Jake Ankers.

Katie Price has shared a touching video of her son Harvey eating carrots as part of his health journey to combat his “life threatening” weight.The model and media personality took to Instagram on Friday to showcase how far Harvey has come on his health journey. In the caption, she wrote: “I’m so proud of Harvey he has lost a stone now and his college are doing amazing trying to keep him active and healthy eating as it’s now become life threatening with his weight #lovemyson.” Harvey, who was born with numerous disabilities, including ADHD and Prader-Willi syndrome, can be seen chowing down on some carrots as he exclaimed: “I’m feeling healthy eating carrots.” “You’re eating so healthy Harvey,” his 44 year old mum replied. A plethora of famous faces filled the comment section, with former Big Brother contestant Aisleyne Horgan Wallace writing: “He said 'keep recording' hahaha LOVE HIM.

EASTENDERS fans were left moved after a special pre-episode scene paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth featuring Albert Square favourites. The Queen's death was announced on 8 September at 6:30pm leading to a change in programming, including one of EastEnders' episodes. Ahead of the first show to air after the Queen's death, a pre-scene showed a number of characters paying tribute to the 96-year-old in the Queen Vic pub.

EASTENDERS fans are all saying the same thing after Alfie Moon returned to Walford. The former Queen Vic landlord - who is played by actor Shane Richie in the BBC soap - arrived back in Albert Square after being contacted by his younger children.

EASTENDERS fans were delighted this evening as the show payed the tribute to the Queen. The BBC soap included a last minute scene showing Linda, Denise and Kathy discussing the late Queen Elizabeth II in the Queen Vic.

EastEnders fan were left in tears as Monday night's episode paid tribute to the Queen, following her death.

EastEnders will return to BBC One after days of suspended programming in the wake of the Queen’s death.The broadcaster will continue to air rolling news coverage on Monday with a BBC News special filling regular TV slots alongside HM The King: Westminster Tributes and Scotland: A Service For HM The Queen. However, fan-favourite soap EastEnders will return to BBC One at 8.30pm, having been moved from its usual channel on Friday alongside Homes Under The Hammer and Bargain Hunt which aired on BBC Two.The highly-anticipated episode will see Alfie Moon, played by Shane Richie, return to Walford on the wedding day of Kat Slater and Phil Mitchell, played by Jessie Wallace and Steve McFadden.

The Masked Dancer have "worked out" the identity of the show's Pearly King contestant.Pearly King took to the stage to show off his impressive dance moves and after his performance and a set of clues, fans of the programme were instantly convinced they had rumbled his identity.With the initials "DD" being all around the set, the costume being quintessentially east end, and cockney rhyming slang being used throughout - the viewers (and even some of the judges) had it sussed... supposedly.READ MORE: Davina McCall told she 'still looks 25' as she shows off ageless figure in minidressFans were instantly convinced that the Pearly King was Danny Dyer - who plays pub landlord in BBC One's EastEnders."Pearly king - Danny Dyer or Shane Richie #TheMaskedDancer," speculated one viewer.Another said: "Why do I immediately think Pearly King is Danny Dyer? Haha #TheMaskedDancer.""Pearly King has got to be Danny Dyer right? #TheMaskedDancer," asked a third.While a fourth said: "Lion is Danny Dyer.

Danny Dyer has revealed he left his role as Mick Carter in BBC soap EastEnders fearing drug binges would kill him.Dyer made his debut on the show in 2013, when his character Mick became landlord of the famous Queen Victoria pub.In 2017, Danny and his wife Joanne Mas split after having been childhood sweethearts, meeting at school at the age of 13 – although they later reconciled.READ MORE: EastEnders fans thrilled as kids' TV legend appears in special throwback episodeDanny and Jo had their children Dani, 26, Sunnie, 15 and Arty, eight, together.The destruction of his relationship saw him turn to drugs , going "down the wrong path" and eventually having to take a break from his EastEnders role.Speaking on the Greatest Night Ever podcast with host Jaime Winstone, who played Peggy Mitchell in the recent EastEnders flashback episode, Danny confessed that he told bosses he was going to die. "I turned around to the bosses of EastEnders and I said, ‘Listen, I’ve gotta go somewhere.

Jeff Brazier has posted an emotional message to mark his son Bobby's debut appearance on Eastenders.Writing on Instagram, the 43-year-old TV presenter said: "So proud. A wonderful moment for the whole family and anyone that has had this kids back through it all.

EastEnders star Danny Dyer has opened up about his decision to leave the show after nine years. The 45 year old actor confessed that he decided to leave the show after his relationship with wife Joanne Mas began to spiral. He reveals that he went to EastEnders bosses and told them he was “going to die” if he didn't take time out.

EastEnders fans are certain Mick (Danny Dyer) and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) will get back together.Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks) has currently got her claws into the Queen Vic landlord after his split from Linda.During Monday's episode (August 29), Linda was due to find out whether she'd face prison time on the same day her divorce from Mick was final.READ MORE: EastEnders spoilers: DCI Keeble motive ‘exposed’, paternity riddle and flashback specialViewers on the BBC One soap are aware that Janine actually framed Linda for a driving offence, but has so far kept it secret to get rid of her love rival.Janine's vengeance went one step further as she bribed Linda's flatmate Jada (Kelsey Calladine-Smith) to plant a bottle of alcohol and alert social services.Fans have taken to social media to predict that Mick and Linda will get back together after they work our Janine's evil plan.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Mick and Linda end game."Another added: "Linda and Mick will be back together once Janine's scheming is out."A third person posted: "They won't be divorced for long. This is Mick and Linda we are talking about.

EastEnders viewers were left pleasantly surprised on Tuesday evening as Bobby Jack Brazier made his debut on the BBC show.The son of late Jade Goody and actor Jeff Brazier left an excellent impression on viewers as many were quick to compliment his acting skills as he appeared on the long running soap.Playing the role of Freddie Slater, some viewers also noticed how similar he looked to his Postcode Lottery father Jeff.READ MORE: Who is Bobby Brazier playing in EastEnders and when will he join the cast?Jumping onto Twitter, spectators were happy to share their thoughts on the young chap and his first appearance on the popular BBC drama.One viewer penned: "Oh wow bobby Brazier can act really well ngl, looks promising."Another chimed: "Looks like his dad, sounds like his dad…all he needs now is a stint on the Postcode Lottery and he’s got the trifactor!"A third said: "Bobby is such the spit of his dad @JeffBrazier Jade would be so proud proud of you."Meanwhile a fourth added: "Great couple of episodes of #EastEnders the show has really turned a corner under it's new showrunner Chris Clenshaw & Bobby Brazier for his debut episode tonight as Freddie Slater I was very impressed! Jade Goody would be proud."Although Bobby's character Freddie belongs to the Slater family, on Tuesday night's episode he dropped a major bombshell by telling Billy Mitchell that he is also his son.Although he may not be related to Billy biologically, Freddie's mum, Little Mo was once married to Billy for a short period of time.After her turbulent and abusive marriage to Trevor, Mo finally found love with Billy and appeared to be happy.

EastEnders viewers are in for another week of drama in Albert Square as Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) encourages his daughter Frankie (Rose Ayling-Ellis) to report her attack to the police and supports her as she gives her statement to Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). However, she’s upset when Jack warns her it will be difficult to get a conviction. Frankie is despondent after she and Lola Pearce (Danielle Harold) are hassled by some guys.

Barbara Windsor was with her as she played a younger version of Peggy Mitchell. The 37-year-old appears as the Queen Vic landlady tomorrow night in a flashback episode of EastEnders. Jaime said: “There were moments when we were shooting this when I felt her presence and I felt guided by her.” READ MORE: EastEnders first-look as huge Mitchell secret 'exposed' in special episode with new castShe added: “I hope I’ve done her justice – I feel like I have.

Five years after playing the late Dame Barbara Windsor in BBC biopic Babs, Jaime Winstone has stepped into her shoes once again.The 37-year-old actress appears as a younger version of the icon’s most famous character, Peggy Mitchell, in a flashback episode of EastEnders and says, “It’s a real honour.” While her role in Babs covered Barbara’s childhood, early romances and rise to fame in the Carry On films in detail, Jaime felt like her “journey with Barbara” hadn’t really finished and revealed she even felt she had received a sign from the late soap favourite to accept her latest portrayal. “When I got offered the part, I thought, ‘God, is this something I should do? Am I risking getting typecast?’" says Jaime. "So I did actually have a little word with Barbara up above and I got my sign and I felt like it was written for me.